Business Development Executive – Highbury, North London
 
Salary: £25,000 Negotiable with profit share, contributory pension scheme & career progression
Location: Highbury, North London
Hours: 7:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday & 8:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Rota
 
Company Description: A well established Nationwide Electrical Distributor looking for an exceptional Business Development Executive to join their team in Highbury. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be a part of their continued success.
 
Role: As a Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for:
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  • Actively supporting the Branch Manager in the growth of the business by developing strategies for increasing existing business and sourcing new business
  • Identifying new sales leads and promoting products and services
  • Maintaining fruitful relationships with existing customer base
 
**Experience working in the Electrical Wholesale/Plumbing or Building Trade sector is essential**
 
Person:

  • You must be confident, reliable and punctual, be self-motivated and enthusiastic with a solid work ethic and a “can do” attitude whilst being a team player who enjoys a busy and productive working environment
  • You must have a proven track record of working in sales within the electrical, plumbing or building trades, be dynamic with a good sense of humour and a passion for achievement and success
  • Electrical/Building/Plumbing industry sales/customer service experience is essential
  • Ability to self-manage with a high level of self-motivation and drive
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  • A motivational and dynamic person with attention to detail and pride in their work
 
Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing strategies for increasing existing, new business and dormant accounts
  • Researching organisations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets
  • Researching the needs of other companies and learning who makes decisions about purchasing
  • Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings
  • Liaising with manufacturers to secure the best terms possible when quoting on large projects and seeing them through to completion and beyond
  • Maintaining and growing your customer base by selling the company’s wide range of products whilst delivering an unrivalled customer service, developing relationships and encouraging repeat business
 
The Company invests massively in the recruitment, training and development of talented individuals who can demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation and a positive ‘can do’ work ethic.
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